- Chip
- H2
- Battery Life (earbuds)
- Up to 5 hours listening
- Battery Life (with case)
- Up to 30 hours total
- Water Resistance
- IP54 (earbuds and case)
- Charging
- USB-C
- Fit
- Open-ear, no silicone tips
- Audio
- Personalized Spatial Audio, Adaptive EQ
- Voice
- Hands-free "Hey Siri" plus tap controls
Apple
Apple AirPods 4
Apple's standard open-ear earbuds with the H2 chip and deep iPhone integration.
All prices
| Store | Price | Checked | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Target Best price | $99.99 | AUG 17 | Go to store |
| Apple | $129 | AUG 17 | Go to store |
Prices were checked on the dates shown and can change at any time. The store page is always authoritative. Shipping and taxes are not included.
Our verdict
Where it wins
- Comfortable open-ear fit for people who dislike silicone tips
- Fast, near-instant pairing and integration across Apple devices
- Solid everyday battery life with quick top-ups from the case
- Noticeably fuller bass and sound than earlier AirPods generations
Where it loses
- No Active Noise Cancellation on this base model, ANC is a separate pricier version
- Volume has to be adjusted via Siri or a paired device, not on-bud controls
- Open-ear design leaks more ambient noise than sealed in-ear competitors
The standard AirPods 4 are the easy default for iPhone owners who want reliable earbuds without paying for noise cancellation. Anyone who wants isolation from surrounding noise on transit or in an office will want the ANC model or a sealed in-ear design instead.
Common questions
What is the difference between AirPods 4 and AirPods 4 with ANC?
The ANC version adds active noise cancellation, transparency mode, and wireless charging, and costs about $50 more; the standard model skips ANC and wireless charging.
Are AirPods 4 waterproof?
They carry an IP54 rating for dust, sweat, and water resistance, which covers light rain and sweat but not submersion.
Do AirPods 4 work with Android phones?
They pair over standard Bluetooth with Android, but features like automatic device switching, Siri, and Find My are iOS-only.
Prices last verified Aug 17, 2026.